Leitrim decisions on fracking could have major implications for Co Fermanagh

Councillors in Co Leitrim have voted to ban fracking – and have warned that they will be watching very closely what happens in neighbouring Co Fermanagh.

Leitrim County Council warned that, if use of the controversial drilling method is proposed, it will be calling on the authorities to carry out a comprehensive full life cycle health impact assessment, along with a full life cycle analysis of all possible cumulative and permanent negative effects.